Gazing across the Zeuthener See, a glint of green catches the eye. This is Zeuthener Wall, a small island barely a quarter of a hectare in size. It belongs to Berlin, a tiny piece of the city adrift in the waters that mark the boundary between Berlin and Brandenburg. Zeuthener Wall isn’t just a geographical curiosity. It’s a testament to the power of nature and the efforts of humans to preserve it. Once a haven for watersports enthusiasts, the island faced the threat of environmental degradation. In 1998, the Berlin Senate stepped in. They enacted a special “Ordinance for the Protection of the Landscape Component Island Zeuthener Wall.” This marked a turning point. The ordinance paved the way for numerous protective measures, including shoreline stabilization. Through careful renaturation efforts, the island has been restored to a more natural state. The Zeuthener Wall also boasts a unique geological feature. While the lakebed is largely covered in a thick layer of mud, the area around the island is composed of hard gravel. This hard gravel bottom makes Zeuthener Wall a distinct feature within the larger Zeuthener See. The very name “Zeuthener Wall” itself hints at its significance. “Wall” in German can refer to a rampart or embankment, suggesting a place of refuge or protection, perhaps a historical significance lost to time. Today, the island stands as a quiet sanctuary amidst the bustling activity of the lake. A place where the whispers of history mingle with the rustling of reeds and the gentle lapping of waves against the shore. A reminder that even small spaces can hold immense ecological and historical value.
Genossenschaft PA58
From 1981 the Genossenschaft PA58 stands tall. It’s a self-managed house project. This is its story. This impressive building in